Program Overview

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Program Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in School/Applied Child Psychology is a research-intensive program offered by the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology in the Faculty of Education. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in research synthesis, original thinking, and problem identification to pursue professional opportunities in academia or industry.

Program Description

The program prepares the next generation of school psychologists to provide state of the art educational and mental health services to children and adolescents from birth to 21 years old. The program utilizes the scientist-practitioner training model, where research supports and improves clinical activities, and clinical activities support and inspire research.

Unique Program Features

• The program prepares students to work with children and adolescents from birth to 21 years old.
• The program utilizes the scientist-practitioner training model.
• Students benefit from access to the McGill Psychoeducational and Counselling Clinic and the Departmental Assessment Materials Resource Centre.
• Course work, clinical experiences, field and community service, and research activities are designed to enhance and develop the professional skills and knowledge base of students.
• The development of clinical skills takes place through intensive assessment courses, a Clinic Practicum, Field Placement, and a full-year Internship.
• The program is accredited by the Order of Psychologists of Quebec (OPQ) and the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA).

Admission Requirements

• An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA.
• English-language proficiency.

Additional Requirements

Each program has specific admission requirements, including required application documents.

Program Structure

The program includes coursework, clinical experiences, field and community service, and research activities designed to enhance and develop the professional skills and knowledge base of students.

Research Areas

The program focuses on the following research areas:

• Child and adolescence development.
• Psychoeducational assessment.
• Prevention and intervention programs.
• Case, classroom, and system consultation.
• Individual, family, and group therapy.
• School- and education-relevant research.

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines are as follows:

• Fall intake: Applications open on September 15, with an application deadline of December 1 for both international and domestic applicants.
• Winter and Summer intakes are not available.

Important Notes

Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. It is essential to check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.